How to convert iTunes M4V to MP4 on Mac OS

iTunes purchased or rented video format is .m4v, which is MPEG-4 file extension used for videos downloaded from the Apple iTunes Store. .M4V is similar to .MP4 file, but it is copy protected using Apple's FairPlay DRM copyright protection.

Users who would like to play iTunes M4V file, your PC or Mac should be authorized with account that was used to purchase or rent the iTunes videos. (See How to authorize a computer using Apple ID)

If you want to play iTunes M4V videos on unauthorized computer, the M4V files must be removed DRM protected first legally.

Mac M4V Converter

M4V Converter for Mac is the best all-in-one software, not only can remove DRM copy-protection from iTunes videos and songs, also can convert QuickTime video to Microsoft Zune MP4 video with best quality. My article of "How to purchase movies from iTunes" will let you know how to store on iTunes easily. Prior to do this operation, you should know better of "How to authorize your computer with Apple IT?"

Step-by-Step to convert iTunes M4V to MP4

1.  Download Mac M4V Converter; then launch it;

2.  Load M4V video you purchased or rented from iTunes 10.5; then click "Add" button to load M4V file;

3.  Choose "Same as source for MP4" from output format;

Note: if you would like to customize MP4V by yourself, there is "Customized MP4" output format for you to choose.

4.  Click "Convert" button to convert m4v to flash videos on Mac OS.

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